Significado
Doing things too fast ruins them.
Contexto cultural
In the diamond and textile markets of Surat and Ahmedabad, 'Dhiraj' (patience) is considered a capital asset. Rushing a deal is seen as a sign of weakness. Many Gujarati dishes like 'Undhiyu' require hours of slow cooking. The proverb is a staple in the kitchen to ensure the 'Masala' doesn't burn. The proverb is often linked to stories of the 'Wise Fool' who tries to do a day's work in an hour and ends up with nothing. Even in the 'GIFT City' tech hubs, this proverb is used to warn against 'buggy' code caused by rushing features.
Use it for empathy
If a friend is stressed about a mistake they made while rushing, say this to show you understand why it happened.
Don't over-correct
Don't use this if someone is just being efficient. It's only for when speed causes trouble.
Significado
Doing things too fast ruins them.
Use it for empathy
If a friend is stressed about a mistake they made while rushing, say this to show you understand why it happened.
Don't over-correct
Don't use this if someone is just being efficient. It's only for when speed causes trouble.
The 'So' trick
Remember 'So' as an equal sign (=). Haste = Madness.
Teste-se
Complete the proverb.
ઉતાવળ સો _______.
'Bavra' is the traditional word used in this proverb.
In which situation would you use this phrase?
Your friend is writing an exam very fast and making many spelling mistakes.
This is the perfect context because the haste is causing errors.
What does 'Bavra' mean in this context?
In the phrase 'Utaval so Bavra', 'Bavra' refers to:
'Bavra' means flustered or confused due to haste.
Complete the dialogue.
A: 'I want to finish this book in 10 minutes!' B: 'Wait, ________.'
The proverb fits as a warning against unrealistic speed.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Recursos visuais
Banco de exercicios
4 exerciciosઉતાવળ સો _______.
'Bavra' is the traditional word used in this proverb.
Your friend is writing an exam very fast and making many spelling mistakes.
This is the perfect context because the haste is causing errors.
In the phrase 'Utaval so Bavra', 'Bavra' refers to:
'Bavra' means flustered or confused due to haste.
A: 'I want to finish this book in 10 minutes!' B: 'Wait, ________.'
The proverb fits as a warning against unrealistic speed.
🎉 Pontuação: /4
Perguntas frequentes
4 perguntasYes, though often ironically or when being lectured by parents. It's a core part of the language.
In general speech, yes, but in this specific proverb, keep it as 'Bavra'.
'Jaldi' is a Hindi loanword common in casual Gujarati. 'Utaval' is the native Gujarati word and sounds more authentic in this proverb.
It can be. It's better to use it with peers or subordinates. With a boss, use a more formal way to ask for time.
Frases relacionadas
ઉતાવળે આંબા ન પાકે
similarMangoes don't ripen by rushing.
ધીરજના ફળ મીઠા
synonymThe fruits of patience are sweet.
જલ્દીનું કામ શેતાનનું
similarHasty work is the devil's work.
ગભરામણમાં કામ બગડે
builds onWork gets ruined in panic.
